By Word Of Mouth

By Word of Mouth is renowned for their culinary skills, gorgeous presentation and flawless service. Always up to date with international trends, they offer a complete wedding and event planning service from bespoke menus and a bar service to decor rental, professional waiters, coordinators and a design team. Talk about a one-stop-shop. Visit their website to take a look at all of the gorgeous foodie inspiration and then book your catering event with them and enjoy an unforgettably delectable experience.

Details: www.bywordofmouth.co.za | 011 553 7600 | [email protected] | 5 Gemini Street, Linbro Business Park, Sandton, Johannesburg.

Olivers Twist Catering

Olivers Twist Catering absolutely love weddings and events, which is why they would love to cater for yours, no matter what size! And whether or not you know what you'd like to be served on your wedding day or during your special event, they're more than happy to assist and help you with your catering decisions, every step of the way, from set up all the way to clean up. They offer their customers a bespoke approach to their  event menu creation, which will combine beautiful crafted cuisine and presentation with the highest level of service.

Details: www.oliverstwistcatering.co.za | [email protected] | 082 488 9505 or 011 534 1310 | 15 King Arthur, Katode Street, Radiokop, Johannesburg.

The Imagination Box Catering Company

Whatever the occasion, The Imagination Box Catering Company is ready to cater your event with excellent service. This award-winning catering company pride themselves on having a wide selection of catering services, varying from wedding catering, open-fire event catering and corporate catering to Buffet catering, plated/formal dinners and kitchen tea catering services. They do their best to ensure that their clients' expectations are met and exceeded. Click here to take a look at their selection of menus.

Details: imaginationbox.co.za | [email protected] | 078 499 5386 | 256 Smit Street, Fairland, Johannesburg.

Country Fresh Catering

Country Fresh Catering pride themselves on great service and amazing food. They ensure that all your needs are met, from the food to the crockery, cutlery, buffet linen as well as waiter and buffet staff. These caterers offer a selection of menus to suit your style and event, including a selection of delicious breakfast options, buffet menus, spit braai delights and even delicious cocktail menus for any occasion.

Details: www.countryfreshcatering.co.za |  Willie Matthews: 083 309 2207 or Ian Matthews: 082 686 6070

The Backyard Catering

Best for intimate and small events and weddings, The Backyard Catering specialises in home-style cooking, served in a rustic charm and grace that'll have you slightly nostalgic for your childhood years in your mother's kitchen. Their menus can be custom-made to best suit your needs and palates. Each meal is carefully prepared by their skilled and talented chefs, using only the freshest of ingredients.

Details: www.thebackyard.co.za | 011 262 2560 or 011 262 5989 | [email protected] or [email protected] | Unit 19, Olympia Gardens, corner of Southway Road and Olympia Street, Eastgate Extension 6, Marlboro, Sandton, Johannesburg.

Plates and Platters

For one of the best caterers in the industry, be sure to contact Plates and Platters Caterers and take a look at what they have to offer. This catering company has grown from a small family-run business to a large and respected specialist banqueting, outdoor and private catering service. They offer a full range of menus ideal for any type of event, using top-quality ingredients. And if you'd like to have a little taste of their services, they do offer menu tastings.

Details: www.platesandplatters.net | [email protected] | 011 888 7026 or 082 555 0264 | 56 North Road, Linden Extension, Johannesburg.

Jem Exclusive Catering & Events

Weddings and special occasions are unforgettable events that should run seamlessly, and this is something that Jem Exclusive Catering & Events understand and strive to achieve. You can expect high-quality food and service sure to make any bite taste that much more delicious. They also offer mobile bars that'll delight the taste buds. Choose from either smoothie, milkshake and cappuccino bars to add something extra special to your event.

Details: jemcatering.co.za | [email protected] | 010 595 9726 or 079 255 1718 | 15 Mayo St, Kenmare, Krugersdorp.

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The Sherbet Angel Beauty Bus Has Arrived!

A first in South Africa, Sherbet Angel recently announced the launch of their brand-new premium service — a fully equipped, mobile beauty bus, which will offer a variety of glamorising treatments on the go for all corporate and event needs in Gauteng! Think corporate functions, festivals, weddings, bachelorette parties, pamper sessions and baby showers — this will add quite a lovely element to your special event.

The exciting new venture has been designed to both entertain as well as provide streamlined mobile personal grooming. The stylishly renovated bus was unveiled at the Sherbet Angel premises in Linden in front of a crowd of beauty lovers and influencers. Guests were treated to a preview of the Beauty Bus with the Sherbet Angel team of expert beauticians, who showcased a few of the mobile treatments, including hair styling, makeup, manicures and pedicures, massages, waxing, brows and lashes.

And as for entertainment at the grand reveal, the crowd was treated to a performance by South Africa’s darling, Tamara Dey alongside DJ Kimmy K on the decks. An exotic gin bar was provided by Ginifer, Meridian wines hosted the indulgent bubbly bar while premium caterer, Oregano, served exceptional canapés.

Book Your Glam-On-The-Go Experience Now!

The Sherbet Angel Beauty Bus is available for any kind of event in both Johannesburg and Pretoria. Not in those areas? Don't worry! More Sherbet Angel Beauty Buses will be coming to all major cities in the country in due time.

And as for what the Beauty Bus and their services cost, you'd be surprised! For the convenience of having the entire glamorising shebang brought to you, the Sherbet Angel Beauty Bus pricing is highly competitive.

For More Information

For more information about Sherbet Angel or to make a booking, email [email protected] or call 010 594 5182.

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